*PART TIME* Program Assistant, Volunteers of America - Chicago, IL

Title: Program Assistant

Type: Part-time, in-person

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: $17-20.40/hour

Under the immediate supervision of the Director or Resident and Clinical Services or designee, the Program Assistant is responsible for coordinating office and program services and performing a variety of tasks including clerical functions to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the office and program.

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Program Site Coordinator, Chicago HOPES for Kids - Chicago, IL

 

Details

Job Type:Part Time

Start Date:January 13, 2025

Application Deadline:January 3, 2025

Education:High School Diploma Required

Experience Level:Entry level

Compensation:USD $23 - $25 / hour

$23 per hour starting; $25 per hour starting for Bilingual/Spanish Speaking

Areas of Focus:Children & Youth, Education, Housing & Homelessness, Poverty, Volunteering

Description

Chicago HOPES for Kids provides educational programming for children living in homeless shelters throughout Chicago. It is our mission to provide learners with the resources and encouragement needed to succeed academically, despite the many challenges of homelessness. We are currently seeking applicants to our Site Coordinator role for the Spring Semester 2024 Chicago HOPES for Kids K-5, and 6-9th grade programs.

The Ready Readers (K-5) Site Coordinator position is a unique opportunity for anyone with experience in education, social work or community development looking for a meaningful opportunity to work directly with learners. The Site Coordinator serves as a liaison between Chicago HOPES for Kids and the shelter site, and is responsible for fostering an environment where learners can connect and grow. In response to COVID-19, health and safety precautions are taken to keep all parties as safe as healthy as possible.

This is a part-time position which requires a time commitment of 12-15 hours per week while program is in session. Site Coordinators are expected to be on site during each program day, Monday-Thursday. The daily program time commitment is a three hour block between 2 pm - 8 pm, depending on the site. The 90-minute program takes place within this block.

The Literacy Leaders (6th-9th) Site Coordinator position is a unique opportunity for anyone with experience in education, social work or community development looking for a meaningful opportunity to work directly with learners. The Site Coordinator serves as a liaison between Chicago HOPES for Kids and 1-2 community partner sites (two days designated for each site) and is responsible for creating an environment where volunteers and learners can connect and grow. In response to COVID-19, health and safety precautions are taken to keep all parties as safe as healthy as possible.

This is a part-time position which requires a time commitment of 8-15 hours per week while the program is in session. Site Coordinators are expected to be on site twice weekly per site, either Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursdays. The daily program time commitment is a three hour block occurring between 2 pm - 8 pm, depending on the site. The 120-minute program takes place within this block.

• * We are specifically hiring Site Coordinators for to work in neighborhoods on the South and West Sides, and we are especially looking for English/Spanish Bilingual applicants to be able to grow our bilingual programs**

Site Coordinators are required to attend training sessions before the start of each program semester (September - December, January - May, June - August), and are also expected to attend regular meetings on Friday mornings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in education, social work, or related field preferred, or High School Diploma/GED equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Experience working closely with elementary school-aged children (Kindergarten to 8th Grade)
• Experience working with children who have experienced trauma and/or homelessness preferred
• Experience coordinating programming for children preferred
• Familiarity with Zoom and Google Suite products (Gmail, Google Classroom, Google Meet, etc.)
• Fluency in Spanish is recommended but not required!

Main Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate afternoon literacy and enrichment programming for K-5th or 6th-9th learners at a designated program site
• Lead a team of volunteers by delegating tasks, communicating consistently with volunteers, supporting volunteer appreciation efforts, and facilitating volunteer connections with learners
• Promote and model positive behavior norms
• Deliver program curriculum and collaborate with external enrichment partners for the purpose of a safe, enjoyable, and educational experience for all participants
• Facilitate communication between Chicago HOPES for Kids and shelter staff, parents and other stakeholders
• Facilitate literacy assessments and surveys
• Maintain consistent documentation of program activity, including daily reports, student reading logs, volunteer and student attendance
• Distribute and collect enrollment forms, surveys, and other documents as directed by the Program Manager
• Attend and participate in online Friday morning meetings and workshops
• Uphold safety procedures and adhere to public health guidelines
• Other duties related to program operations as required (eg distributing donations, organizing site library, conducting inventory)

** Level of Language Proficiency

Bilingual/Spanish-speaking preferred

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Volunteer Coordinator, Habitat for Humanity

Who: Habitat for Humanity

What: The successful candidate will be highly organized and motivated with strong service and administrative skills. This role is one of the organization’s main points of contact with the public and the Coordinator must be able to effectively communicate the organization’s mission and needs and motivate others to engage with the mission. The position is responsible for all aspects of the volunteer program, both construction and non-construction volunteers. Under the guidance and supervision of the Development Manager, the Volunteer Coordinator will recruit, schedule and coordinate volunteers. The ideal candidate for the Volunteer Outreach Coordinator has a passion for the volunteer spirit, a positive disposition, and thrives on building collaborative relationships with volunteers and co-workers.

Responsibilities:

Respond to volunteer inquires in a timely manner; recruit new volunteers and engage existing volunteers

Understand and uphold policies related to volunteers (waivers, youth engagement, etc.)

Assist individuals and corporate teams with registering on Galaxy, our Volunteer Management system

Meet with the construction staff regularly and visit the various build sites to be well aware of construction progress and upcoming volunteer tasks

Manage Galaxy’s volunteer calendar and serving opportunities including monitoring, adding and deleting construction and non-construction serving opportunities

Recruit volunteers for specific needs such as committees, social media, site hosts, tool room, special events and special builds

Participate in pre-construction meetings as new builds begin

Participate in meetings with Volunteer Coordinators at other Habitat for Humanity affiliates to share best practices

Prepare Board Reports, weekly reports of upcoming volunteer groups to our Construction Team, and Sweat Equity reports to our Family and Service Coordinator

Lead the ongoing effort to improve the volunteer experience

Visit jobsites on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday to meet and greet volunteers

Conduct volunteer satisfaction surveys via an online survey and report findings

Plan Volunteer Appreciation Events/Gifts

Contribute volunteer related content such as volunteer spotlight for the newsletter, website, social media

Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for the mission of Habitat for Humanity.
• Associate’s degree in a related field/prior nonprofit experience.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication, ability to speak to larger groups.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with volunteer management software.
• Solid interpersonal and relationship building skills.

Apply here.

Economic Development Program Manager - Community Design Collaborative (Philadelphia)

Who: The Community Design Collaborative strengthens neighborhoods through design. The Collaborative provides pro bono preliminary design services to nonprofits in greater Philadelphia, creates engaging volunteer opportunities for design professionals, and raises awareness about the importance of design in revitalizing communities. Since 1991, the Collaborative has matched nonprofits with skilled volunteers to engage their communities, put their visions down on paper, and advance to the next stage: gaining support, raising funds, and building projects.

What: The Community Design Collaborative is currently seeking an Economic Development Program Manager to coordinate technical assistance to support the revitalization of neighborhood commercial corridors in the City of Philadelphia. The Program Manager provides expertise on site specific projects, manages community engaged design process, serves on a design review committee, and organizes workshops and educational programs to support commercial corridor managers and businesses. Early design assistance informs high-impact, strategic investments for community organizations, utilizing their limited resources effectively and making positive contributions to the surrounding business district. The Program Manager is a contract-funded position through the City of Philadelphia Commerce Department.
Working closely with the Director of Design Services, the Program Manager will manage and deliver effective economic development programs, as described below:

Civic Engagement Program Manager - City Year (Chicago)

Who: City Year Chicago, Civic Engagement Program

What: The Civic Engagement (CE) Program Manager serves as a member of the Development Team and is responsible for leading and re-envisioning the Civic Engagement program for City Year Chicago to engage committed citizens who want to send a strong message to the students of Chicago that we are all in this together and that their success will be our success. Powered by Senior AmeriCorps members, Civic Engagement seeks to compliment City Year's impact in schools by utilizing, and further encouraging, a community of commitment through collaborative partnerships in undertaking transformative community initiatives.


Reporting to the Director of Corporate Partnerships, the CE Program Manager is responsible for stewarding and building strong corporate and community partnerships with existing supporters as well as identifying and securing service day partnerships and generating $100,000 in revenue through a fee-for-service model. In school year 2018-19, City Year Chicago celebrates its 25th Anniversary. Part of our 25th Anniversary strategic plan is to re-envision City Year Chicago’s Civic Engagement program. The CE Program manager will play a primary role in creating a Civic Engagement program that further deepens City Year’s impact in the communities we serve.


To accomplish these goals, the CE Program Manager leads a team of six diverse 17-24 year old AmeriCorps members through a ten-month journey of learning, reflection, and service (civic action). The CE team is an extension to the more than 236 City Year corps members who serve in 28 Chicago Public Schools. They organize and lead service projects and community engagement activities across Chicago and engage more than 3,000 volunteers annually. Activities range from community mapping and beautifying schools and community-based organizations to human service projects.  Specific responsibilities include:

Campaign Organizer - Active Transportation Alliance

Who: Based in Chicago, the Active Transportation Alliance is a non-profit advocacy organization that works to improve conditions for bicycling, walking and transit and engage people in healthy and active ways to get around.

What: The Campaign Organizer will lead outreach for the 2018 statewide election and the 2019 municipal election cycles. The organizer will gather input on issue platforms and built support among a diverse group of civic and community-based organizations. The individual will connect with elected officials, candidates, and voters to educate leaders about sustainable transportation issues and raise the profile of our issues in local races. Essential duties include:

Campaign Organizer – Active Transportation Alliance

Who: Active Transportation Alliance, Chicago.

What: Active Transportation Alliance is seeking an individual with political campaign or community organizing experience to join our fight for healthy, sustainable and equitable communities. The ideal candidate will have organizing experience in Chicago’s low-income communities and communities of color.
The Campaign Organizer will lead outreach for the 2018 statewide election and the 2019 municipal election cycles. The organizer will gather input on issue platforms and built support among a diverse group of civic and community-based organizations. The individual will connect with elected officials, candidates, and voters to educate leaders about sustainable transportation issues and raise the profile of our issues in local races. Essential duties include:

Community Outreach Coordinator, Montgomery Housing Partnership, NeighborWorks Affiliates - Silver Spring, MD (Part-Time)

Montgomery Housing Partnership - Community Outreach Coordinator (Part-Time)

Job posted by: NeighborWorks Affliates

Montgomery Housing Partnership (MHP) is seeking a part-time COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR to support the Neighborhoods division in its community outreach initiatives. 

Who we are: Montgomery Housing Partnership, Inc. (MHP) is an active and growing nonprofit organization, founded in 1989, that develops, acquires, rehabilitates, and builds quality apartment homes to meet Montgomery County's growing need for affordable housing. MHP's community-based projects and programs includes providing affordable rents, developing educational programs for residents to develop skills that expand their opportunities and balance their lives, and implementing neighborhood revitalization efforts in troubled communities impacted by foreclosures and economic downturn. 

Summary Job Description: The Community Outreach Coordinator primarily supports MHP's Neighborhoods division. This position works primarily in the field and community, through direct, person to person, resident and property owner outreach and contact within MHP properties, general target area neighborhood properties, and within the context of MHP's Neighborhoods Initiatives. 

Primary responsibilities include:

• Facilitates, plans and implements community wide-meetings and community building events.
• Cultivates relationships and partnerships necessary to conduct effective and credible outreach to tenants and residents in MHP communities.
• Mobilizes community residents around critical neighborhood and County-wide issues.
• Assists in compiling, summarizing, and analyzing data, as well as in designing process or tools by which to collect the information such as surveys, focus groups, etc.
• Leads efforts, with management from MHP and other project partners, to engage residents and tenants in understanding tenant rights and responsibilities, to include implementing a consistent and rational process at community outreach, which may include evening or weekend meetings as necessary.
• Oversees green club programming at selected sites.
• Assists MHP and partners in developing a broad based collaborative to advocate for policy change around preservation of affordable housing.
• Translates materials and providing other services outlined above from English to Spanish as needed or directed.
• Supports projects as assigned to support departmental grants and contracts, including community meetings and events.
• Attends Glenville Road Interdisciplinary Team (GRIT) meetings and serve as liaison, as needed, between neighborhoods and GRIT committee.
• Assists the GRIT team in collection of pertinent information (person to person surveys, field observation data, etc.) as well as dissemination of information (flyers, education materials, literature, etc.) as needed.
• Assists the Asset Management Group with tenant relations.
• Clearly communicates MHP's mission ensuring every volunteer works toward the same goals.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of related experience in urban planning, community organizing or outreach, and volunteer management. Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities; excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; and appreciation and ability working with a diverse group of individuals is required.

How to apply

Application Process: To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume, with salary requirements, to: sganister@mhpartners.org. Please include the job title "Community Outreach Coordinator" in the subject line of your email.

Volunteer & Docent Coordinator, National Public Housing Museum - Chicago, IL (Temporary)

Hiring a temporary Volunteer & Docent Coordinator

Volunteer & Docent Coordinator 

Position: The Volunteer & Docent Coordinator will work in partnership with the staff at the National Public Housing Museum to create a tour program between October 1st and November 15th. The tours will be set up to highlight three exhibits, two a part of the Chicago Architectural Biennial with which the Museum is a partner.

The successful candidate will work with the Museum’s staff and members of the Museum’s Youth Advisory Council to develop a docent program and recruit other volunteers as necessary throughout the exhibits' duration. This position will also include light curatorial work.

The successful candidate will have significant volunteer management experience, including scheduling, training, and maintaining contact with volunteers, as well as creating an overall pleasant and accountable volunteer experience.

Additional responsibilities will be assigned as needed. This posting is considered a summary, not a definitive list of responsibilities.

Special capabilities needed: Flexible schedule (ability to work nights and weekends Thursday - Sunday), Ability to lift 40 lbs., climb stairs, and adapt to changing work conditions, Spanish fluency a plus

Compensation: $15-$20 per hour DOE, 15-20 hours per week, Tuesday, September 8th through Friday, November 20th, this position is a temporary position and does not include benefits

Process: The position will close after 15 applications or by August 26th, whichever is soonest. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter of no more than one page stating why they are the best fit for the position in addition to a resume. If needed, we will ask for references from the right candidate.

Potential Candidates for selection will be notified and briefly interviewed on the phone on August 27th and 28th. Finalists for the position will be interviewed in person at our offices at 625 N. Kingsbury St. onSeptember 1st, 2nd, or 3rd.

Letters and resumes as well as questions about this posting may be directed to Daniel Ronan, Manager of Public Engagement, NPHM, dronan@nphm.org. If needed, you may call Daniel at 773.257.7241

Associate State Director - Community, AARP-National Office - Pasadena, CA

Associate State Director - Community

Job posted by: AARP-National Office

The AARP Associate State Director for Community is a frontline voice and presence with the 50+ public, AARP members and volunteers, targeted audiences including multicultural audiences, stakeholders and partners.

In this role you will execute relevant metro community-based experiences for members and multicultural/diverse audiences and 50+; execute, lead and/or coordinate the metro team's campaign and advocacy efforts to influence local, state, and federal policy, leveraging volunteer teams and external partners; recruit, orient, train, and engage volunteers; cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with third parties in the metro market, with services, community, advocacy, and volunteer organizations, across public, private and social/non-profit sectors; build strong, collaborative working relationships with metro market team and Matrix leads; participate as an active member of the Metro team with an eye to achieving metro-markets goals and vision.

Requires completion of a Bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration, political science, public policy, sociology, or related discipline and 5 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience related to the duties of the position; ability to communicate effectively with different audiences, as the context may vary to the media, policymakers, volunteers and/or other external stakeholders; understanding of public policy issues facing the state and AARP membership; demonstrated high level of competence with oral and written communication, computer literacy, social media, strategic thinking, and relationship management skills. Understanding of the state's political and community service and engagement environments; previous government relations and grassroots organizing experience and experience working with volunteer structures. Experience implementing programs for multicultural audiences preferred; Bilingual language skills preferred. Local/in state travel required up to 50% of the time.

To view the full job description and apply online, visit us at www.aarpjobs.com

How to apply

To view the full job description and apply online, visit us at www.aarpjobs.com

Stewardship Field Staff, NYC Parks & Recreation - New York City, NY

Stewardship Field Staff

Job posted by: NYC Parks & Recreation

The Forestry, Horticulture and Natural Resources division engages volunteers in hands-on management of NYC's natural landscapes, including street and forest trees, salt marshes and freshwater wetlands, green infrastructure and citizen science. Stewardship Field Staff recruit, train and support volunteers working with nature on the streets and in parks across the city and create positive experiences for the public that help keep NYC's forests, wetlands and coastlines thriving.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under general supervision, lead and participate in invasive removals, native vegetation plantings, erosion control, coastal/park clean-ups and other service projects throughout New York City.
• Supervise employees and volunteers and instruct them on proper project techniques and the proper use and care of equipment and materials.
• Prepare sites for volunteers and supervise volunteer events. Track volunteer accomplishments.
• Maintain records and prepare written reports, including the regular entry of fieldwork into Access and Excel tracking forms, and Arcview sketching work areas.
• Coordinate on-site efforts with other work happening within the division, with local park managers, local community groups and other agencies.PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

1) Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

2) Valid New York State driver license.

3) Ability to lift 50lbs and handle gas-powered equipment.

4) Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. 5) Experience performing removals, native vegetation plantings, erosion control and coastal/park clean-ups.

6) Experience working with volunteers.

7) Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

8) Demonstrated commitment to public service and the environment.

How to apply

1)Go towww.nyc.gov/careers/search

2) Search for Job ID#: 190929

Community Engagement Coordinator, The Participatory Budgeting Project - Greensboro, NC

Community Engagement Coordinator

Job posted by: The Participatory Budgeting Project

Posted on: June 30, 2015

The Participatory Budgeting Project (PBP) is seeking a highly motivated individual to coordinate local implementation of a new participatory budgeting process in Greensboro, NC. Over the next year, the City of Greensboro will engage thousands of residents in directly deciding how to spend $500,000. The Community Engagement Coordinator will be supervised by a PBP Project Manager and will work closely with other PBP staff, City of Greensboro staff, local partners, and community members to coordinate events, facilitate community engagement, and support participants. This full-time position will be based in Greensboro and will last 10 months, starting in August or September 2015, with potential extension.

ABOUT THE PARTICIPATORY BUDGETING PROJECT

The Participatory Budgeting Project (PBP) is a non-profit organization that empowers people across the US and Canada to decide together how to spend public money. We create and support participatory budgeting (PB) processes that deepen democracy, build stronger communities, and make public budgets more equitable and effective. Through our work with partners in over 12 cities, we have engaged 100,000 people in deciding how to spend $98 million.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• In collaboration with the PB Steering Committee, lead planning and logistics coordination for large scale neighborhood meetings, meetings of community volunteers to develop project proposals, and community-wide voting.
• Moderate and facilitate meetings and group discussions, and deliver presentations.
• Facilitate communication and information exchange between the groups involved in the PB process.
• Coordinate community outreach, and recruit volunteers.
• Assist community volunteers with developing spending proposals and vetting proposals with city officials and agency representatives.
• Support and supervise one Project Assistant, and one to three part-time contract workers or interns.
• Contribute content to blog posts, websites, newsletters, presentations, reports, and other communications.
• Assist in the collection of data related to documentation and evaluation of the PB process.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND STRENGTHS

At least three years of demonstrated experience performing related work, with progressively increasing responsibilities.

• Excellent facilitation and public speaking skills.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to organize, prioritize, and effectively delegate large volumes of work
• Excellent judgment, decision-making skills, and creativity; ability to exercise discretion.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with diverse community members, City staff, and the media.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team; demonstrated ability to work on challenging, dynamic, and multifaceted projects.
• Strong computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency with Google apps and Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in English and an additional language.
• Experience working with community organizations and local government, ideally in Greensboro.
• Demonstrated commitment to democracy.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including evening and weekend meetings.
• Ability to drive and access to a vehicle for local transportation.

Educational requirements:

We understand that there are a wide variety of paths towards the skills necessary for the position. As such, there are no formal educational requirements, as long as the applicant can demonstrate mastery of the desired skills. We do, however, value experience gained through educational programs, including credits completed in related subjects.

How to apply

Please email applications to info@participatorybudgeting.org, with Greensboro Coordinator in the subject line. Applications should include the following, if possible compiled in a single pdf: 1) cover letter explaining your relevant experience and interest in the position; 2) resume; and 3) list of three professional references with contact information. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, and LGBTQ individuals. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, until the position is filled. For more information, visit http://www.participatorybudgeting.org

Brooklyn Community Organizer, Transportation Alternatives - Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn Community Organizer

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Company:Transportation Alternatives

Location:Brooklyn, NY

Date Posted:June 17, 2015

Transportation Alternatives is New York City's leading transportation advocacy organization, with a citywide network of 100,000 supporters committed to better bicycling, walking and public transit in the five boroughs. Our mission is to reclaim New York City's streets from the automobile, and to advocate for bicycling, walking and public transit as the best transportation alternatives.

Summary of Position

We are seeking a self-motivated and energetic person to support the Brooklyn Transportation Alternatives Activist Committee and coordinate campaigns that will make Brooklyn’s streets safer and more accessible for people to walk, ride bikes and take public transportation. Applicants should be familiar with current local politics, have experience in political and/or community organizing and have a strong affinity for the mission of Transportation Alternatives.

T.A.’s Brooklyn Activist Committee (TABK) is a growing activist network that runs locally-based street safety campaigns  to win major changes to our city’s transportation network. With the City’s recent and historic commitment to achieve Vision Zero – the policy goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries by 2024 – there has never been a more important time for citizen action for safe streets in Brooklyn.

The TA Brooklyn Activist Committee believes that a more equitable New York City must provide all residents with safe, accessible and environmentally sound modes of transport. As the lead facilitator of TABK, most of the Brooklyn Community Organizer’s time will be spent working with community members and neighborhood leaders to organize support for measures to make local streets safer. The Brooklyn Community Organizer and the Brooklyn Committee works closely with elected officials, community boards, city agencies and civic organizations to help realize community demand for safe and equitable streets.

Community organizing at T.A. is inherently collaborative work. On any given week the Brooklyn Community Organizer will be working closely with the other borough organizers and the policy and research team at T.A. to ensure that Brooklyn campaigns are as engaging and impactful as residents hope they will be. Because the Brooklyn Organizer will need to attend community board meetings, meet with local community members in the evening and conduct outreach events on the weekends, this will not be a traditional 9-5 position. Some night and weekend work will be required. As a result, flex time is built into the weekly schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conducting outreach, developing campaign strategy, recruiting volunteers to transform community streets by attending and hosting public meetings, canvassing and conducting on-the-ground targeted recruitment
• Organizing and facilitating monthly general-body committee meetings and community meetings
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key political players, opinion leaders and allied organizations
• Developing strong volunteer leaders through training and leadership-development exercises
• Participating in coalitions with other organizations
• Participating in regular team meetings at central office

Qualifications:

• A minimum of one year of experience in union, community, political or issue-based organizing
• Strong time-management skills, with the ability to meet goals and deadlines while working independently
• Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task
• Detail-oriented and well-organized approach to tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build trust and maintain relationships with dozens of community partners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to use social media and other web-based outreach tools effectively
• Knowledge of Brooklyn neighborhoods, strongly preferred
• Bilingual English-Spanish, strongly preferred

Values:

• Commitment to building a more equitable NYC
• Commitment to social justice
• Commitment to organizing people to achieve change
• Comfort working independently in a fast-paced campaign environment
• A sense of humor

Compensation:

We offer competitive salary and benefits including an employer contributed health/dental plan, a matching retirement plan, 3 weeks paid vacation, professional development opportunities, transit/bike commuter benefits and indoor bike parking. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume to:

job_applications@transalt.org with “Brooklyn Community Organizer” in the subject line

No phone calls or walk-ins, please. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COVER LETTER WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Transportation Alternatives is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.  We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We value having diverse staff in gender, ethnicity, background and modal preference.

Outreach Manager, Chicago Community Trust/Growing Home - Chicago, IL

The Chicago Community Trust and Growing Home is hiring a new Outreach Manager

Full-time position overseeing our outreach efforts, including event management, volunteer management, and advocacy. Download .pdf for more information and application guidelines.

http://growinghomeinc.org/opportunities/

Conservation Program Manager, Friends of the Chicago River - Chicago, IL

Conservation Program Manager
Friends of the Chicago River - Chicago, IL

Summary: Friends of the Chicago River is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic professional to serve as conservation program manager for our award-winning environmental organization. Position Overview: As a key member of the education and outreach team, the conservation program manager is the lead organizer for Friends of the Chicago River’s comprehensive volunteer and restoration efforts that are dedicated to improving and protecting the Chicago River. The conservation program manager is responsible for strengthening Friends’ relationships with our diverse group of supporters, including other organizations, corporate and community groups, and individuals. Working with the director of outreach and community relations, the conservation program manager organizes Chicago River Day, manages River Action Days (volunteer and corporate workdays), manages and coordinates volunteer outreach and restoration, and works to broaden Friends’ impact by engaging volunteers on multiple levels across Friends’ programs. As the only organization exclusively dedicated to improving the Chicago River, Friends seeks an individual who is committed to the environment and views the river as an important part of the history, culture, and future of the Chicago region. RESPONSIBILITIES  Project Management and Leadership  Manage grant funded restoration projects focused on improving habitat and engaging volunteers Coordinate with program staff on cross program initiatives that utilize volunteers Develop RFPs and identify potential contractors for restoration projects, examples include gully fixing and habitat restoration Coordinate with FPCC staff to implement projects and secure permits for work adjacent to Chicago River and within Forest Preserves Lead and inspire volunteers and Friends’ staff on conservation and volunteer objectives and provide cohesion and strategic direction for Friends’ volunteer restoration activities Supervises staff as projects require Serve on Friends’ restoration team, which includes director of watershed planning, director of outreach and community relations, outdoor education coordinator, and policy and planning specialist River Volunteer Stewardship Program (RVSP)  Manage and lead River Action Days (corporate and community group workdays), such as ensuring permits, field activities, volunteer and staff duties are in place and effective Manage on-the-ground projects, such as habitat improvements and restoration projects using volunteer efforts Foster relations with allied organizations and individuals and develop leadership within the river system and aligned with conservation programs Participate in organization-wide planning, fundraising, and program activities Responsible for grant reporting on grants pertaining to conservation, such as REI and Chi-Cal Fund Chicago River Day  Manage the planning and implementation of Chicago River Day, a highly visible level event that is broad in outreach and critical to RVSP and outreach goals Recruit volunteers and groups to participate in Chicago River Day Look for opportunities to broaden Chicago River Day through new activities and structure Solicit in-kind donations of gloves, trash bags, and other supplies for the event sites Coordinate permits and site logistics for over 65 sites along the river Coordinate communication and recruitment for the event and post event evaluation and wrap up Recruit and manage site captains to meet goals of Chicago River Day Recruit and manage Chicago River Day intern Work with director of development and director of outreach and community relations to manage sponsorship and donor opportunities Volunteer Coordination  Recruit and manage volunteers for all Friends’ events and office needs, including Chicago River Day, Friends’ award winning day of service, the Big Fish Ball, the Chicago River Student Congress, Canoes for A Cause and work days. Responsible for all aspects of volunteer management including recruitment, training, tracking, and evaluation Coordinate Chicago River Eco-Warriors to build a program that supports Friends’ volunteer efforts Coordinate and recruit volunteers for special restoration projects, such as Centennial Volunteers or turtle habitat maintenance Develop and execute volunteer communications Coordinate with executive director to hold the annual meeting and volunteer recognition event Coordinate volunteers at Friends’ restoration sites and other locations Develop local volunteer structures and protocols for Friends’ completed restoration sites Work with fellow staff to institute best practices for across-program volunteer management Work with the Restoration Team to ensure that all goals of projects and grants are being met Qualifications:  B.S. in natural resources management, environmental studies, education or related field, master’s degree preferred Five years related work or volunteer experience Interest in and commitment to improving and protecting natural resources and the Chicago River Knowledge of the Chicago River system and the Forest Preserves of Cook County a plus State of Illinois herbicide license (may be obtained during employment) Native and invasive plant identification experience, especially in relation to activities Experience managing volunteers or large groups Demonstrated ability to manage programs, develop, and implement plans Highly organized with experience managing multiple events or volunteer workdays Excellent verbal and written communication skills Marketing and/or outreach experience helpful Excellent oral and written communication, computer, and organizational skills Ability to work efficiently and prioritize tasks to meet program and organizational goals Proven ability to work well with a diverse group of people Valid driver’s license and access to a car to travel throughout the Chicago River watershed Ability to work occasional evenings and regularly on weekends Interest and commitment to environmental issues Willingness to serve with alacrity Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Friends of the Chicago River is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a collegial professional environment that provides the tools necessary to be successful and flourish in which to work. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship. To apply please send a resume and cover letter by e-mail to:  Address: jobs@chicagoriver.org Subject Line: ATTN Conservation Program Manager OR via USPS  Betsy Hands, Director of Outreach and Community Relations Friends of the Chicago River 411 S. Wells St., Ste. 800 Chicago, IL 60607 Please visit our website www.chicagoriver.org to download the job description and learn more about Friends of the Chicago River.  No phone calls please.  Position open until filled with priority for applicants before February 12, 2015  NPO.net - 19 days ago - save job -  copy to clipboard » View or apply to job